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Detroit Tigers Trade Target: Zack Wheeler

Aug 22, 2020; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) pitches against the Atlanta Braves during the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia Phillies’ starter Zack Wheeler is apparently on the market now. Could the Detroit Tigers trade for him to kick-start their rebuild?

Philadelphia is the latest team looking to cut costs after the shortened 2020 season, and according to Buster Olney of ESPN, that means Zack Wheeler could be on the move:

The Philadelphia Phillies have communicated to other teams that they are facing a financial crunch and are open to offers for their second-highest-paid player, starting pitcher Zack Wheeler, according to sources.